[http://www.scouting.org/BoyScouts/AdvancementandAwards/MeritBadges.aspx Per the BSA:] ''You should read the merit badge pamphlet on the subject.'' Merit badge pamplets are available at your local [http://www.scoutstuff.org/BSASupply/storeloc.aspx Scout Shop] or online at [http://www.scoutstuff.org/ ScoutStuff.org].

[http://www.scouting.org/BoyScouts/AdvancementandAwards/MeritBadges.aspx Per the BSA:] ''You should read the merit badge pamphlet on the subject.'' Merit badge pamplets are available at your local [http://www.scoutstuff.org/BSASupply/storeloc.aspx Scout Shop] or online at [http://www.scoutstuff.org/ ScoutStuff.org].

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Merit badge requirements

1. Explain and demonstrate the proper elements of a good motion picture.

a. Visual storytelling

b. Rhythm

c. The 180-degree axis rule

d. Camera movement

e. Framing and composition of camera shots

f. Lens selection

2. Do the following:

a. Tell the story you plan to film in a three- or four-paragraph treatment. How does it read on paper?

b. Prepare a storyboard for your motion picture (This can be done with rough sketches and stick figures.)

c. Demonstrate six of the following motion picture shooting techniques.

1. Using a tripod

2. Panning a camera

3. Framing a shot

4. Selecting an angle

5. Selecting proper lighting

6. Hand-held shooting

d. Do ONE of the following, using motion picture techniques in planning a program for your troop or school. Start with a treatment , and complete the requirement by presenting the program to the troop, patrol, or class.

1. Film or videotape a court of honor and show it to an audience.

2. Create a minifeature of your own design using the techniques you learn.

3. Film or videotape a vignette that could be used to train a new Scout in a Scouting Skill.

3. Do ONE of the following:

a. Visit a film set or a television production studio and watch how production work is done.

b. Explain to your counselor the elements of the zoom lens and three important parts.